PROTECTION FOR TEACHERS Clause Samples
PROTECTION FOR TEACHERS. No post-probationary teacher will be suspended, dismissed, or not reemployed without just cause. The requirements of NRS 391.750 to 391.800, inclusive, shall not apply to post probationary teachers. Progressive discipline shall apply to all disciplinary action undertaken by the District, unless the charged misconduct justifies immediate suspension or summary dismissal; however, any discipline less severe than suspension or termination shall not be subject to final and binding arbitration, but can be grieved in accordance with the existing grievance procedures up to Level 4 – School Trustees. No licensed employee shall be reprimanded or disciplined publicly. Such an act shall be considered as a gross violation of policy.
PROTECTION FOR TEACHERS. 7-1 The School Trustees will provide liability insurance protection and/or legal assistance for any teacher who is acting within the scope of his/her duties.
7-2 No written periodic evaluation report or written reprimand concerning a teacher shall become part of the teacher's personnel file without the teacher being presented a copy signed by both the teacher and the evaluator thereof, and being given the opportunity to discuss the matter with the principal. Teachers shall have the right, upon request, to review the contents of their personnel file in the presence of the Superintendent or his/her designee. A teacher will be entitled to have a representative of the Association accompany him/her during such review, if the teacher's written consent is given to the Superintendent or his/her designee. If at any time a teacher feels that any matter in his/her personnel file is objectionable, he shall have the right to respond in writing, which response shall become part of his/her permanent personnel file. A teacher may request the removal of any objectionable material, which removal would be subject to the approval of the School Trustees.
7-3 A teacher may restrain a pupil when it is essential for self-defense, or for the protection of other persons or property.
7-4 If any complaints are filed against a teacher that warrant written documentation, the teacher should be notified of such complaints and allowed to respond in writing. Other than School Trustees' executive sessions, the teacher will have the right to be present during any conferences that concern the above complaints.
7-5 No teacher shall be reduced in rank or compensation as a disciplinary act. Any such reduction in rank or compensation because of disciplinary action shall be subject to the professional grievance procedure as set forth in Article II. All information forming the basis for such disciplinary action will be made available to the teacher, and upon written consent of the teacher, to the Association.
PROTECTION FOR TEACHERS. 10-1 The School Trustees will provide liability insurance protection for any teacher who is acting within the limits of his responsibilities.
10-2 No written periodic evaluation report or written reprimand concerning a teacher will become a part of the teacher’s personnel file without the teacher being presented a copy signed by both the teacher and the evaluator thereof, and being given the opportunity to discuss the matter with the principal.
10-3 A teacher may restrain a pupil when it is essential for self-defense or for the protection of other persons or property.
10-4 This agreement shall not be interpreted as providing an all-inclusive statement of the rights and privileges of the teachers and the School Trustees.